The Code of conduct for safe boating and the code of Conduct for safe swimming
The sea safety rules give you some basic rules for how to travel safely in a boat, and the bathing rules provide good tips for safe swimming.
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Code of conduct for safe boating
1. Think safety. Knowledge and planning reduces risks and promote well-being.
2. Bring the necessary equipment. All equipment should be kept in order and be readily available.
3. Respect the weather and waters. Use the boat under appropriate and safe conditions only.
4. Follow the Norwegian Rules of the Road at Sea. Provisions regarding the right of way, speed and use of lights must be complied with.
5. Use a lifejacket or flotation clothing. Wearing a personal flotation device is required on board recreational craft of less than 8 meters in lenght. Suitable personal flotation devices shall be available for all persons on board recreational craft of 8 meters and upwards.
6. Be well rested and sober. The maximum legal blood alcohol limit is 0.8 for operatirs of recreational craft of less than 15 meters in lenght.
7. Be considerate. Safety, environment and well-beeing are a shared responibility.
Be prepared for any invident you might be involved in and consider how you should react. Keep calm, stay with you boat and call for help.
Prepare for an accident and think about what you should do: stay calm, stay by the boat and call for help.
Animations illustrating the Code of Conduct
Bathing rules
